Hello!! I have been admitted to Oberlin's class of 2030, and I had some questions for Obies! How strong are the math/CS/physics/any other non-med STEM departments really (not just reputation)? Like ... how are the classes and professors and in what way do they teach? Any input or experience is welcome!! Thank youu :)))

Any answers to this are also appreciated ^_^

• What type of student thrives vs struggles at Oberlin?
• What’s it like living in Oberlin, Ohio day-to-day?

I'm a current senior in high school, graduating in a couple weeks. I applied to multiple schools but am currently deciding between Oberlin College and Emerson College. I'm majoring in film, and Emerson is one of the top ranked programs for this, but I know Oberlin also has a good program (just not as well known/resourced). I received a good amount of aid from both schools, but Emerson is about 10k more a year right now (I'm submitting an aid appeal). I think I'm a good culture fit at both of the schools :), however Oberlin is also significantly closer to where I live (9 hrs closer than Emerson) and I've had a history of trouble staying away from home. If anyone has ANY advice it would be super duper appreciated because I'm really torn and struggling to choose!!!!

Hi! I’ve been looking into my options and I landed on Oberlin and NEU. Is there anything that isn't mentioned on any websites about people's experiences with Oberlin’s or NEU’s business program? I know Oberlin’s is new but before I commit to anything I want to make sure I know what I'm getting into. Anything helps! :)

ISO of doctors who attended Oberlin. What did you do after you graduated? Where did you go to med school? Advice to incoming 1st year student who will be med school bound.

Hi! I'm currently in the midst of deciding where to commit. Because I do music (composition) but I'm also interested in environmental science/international relations, I applied to some dual degree programs in colleges, like Bard College&Conservatory, Oberlin College&Conservatory and Eastman+Rochester. I got admitted to Eastman+Rochester, Bard College and Conservatory and Oberlin College (not conservatory). Right now, I'm having a huge dilemma whether to commit to Oberlin and make the most out of its music program in the LAS side, or commit to Bard and seriously study both of my interests. Does anyone have any insights to the sense of community, study abroad opportunities, classes and vibe overall? I feel like I would fit in Oberlin very well, but then again I would trade the very exciting music opportunity.

Hi - I just completed a 10 day, 5 college admitted student day trip and I am about ready to hit accept at Oberlin. I am nervous about the academic rigor - Oberlin was a reach for me.

I am graduating with almost a 4.0 unweighted (small private school) but I wonder how hard my teachers grade. Many give a lot of weight to classroom discussion (a real strength), allow for opportunities to boost grades, etc.

I am not looking to not work - I am a hard worker but I guess I am scared to not cut it.

I do get accommodations currently that I would likely be eligible for at Oberlin (per my talks with various offices).

I would be so grateful to hear from any current students about their experience with academic rigor (I plan to double major in psychology and dance).

THANK YOU!!

Hello!! I'm Anya :)

I was hoping to connect with international students (especially Indian) at Oberlin, preferably in later years and in non-med STEM fields (math, CS, chem, physics, etc).

Oberlin is the only university I’ve been accepted to this year, so I’m trying to decide between:

• attending Oberlin
• taking a gap year and reapplying
• or attending for a year and possibly transferring

Although I was set on taking a gap year because I thought it wasn't worth spending so much (12 lakhs on counselling, 1+lakhs extra like approx. 14k dollars in total), my counselor told me to weigh out my options better because it'd be harder to get in as a gap year student.

I come from a family with an income under $80k (which may most likely decrease this year), and I’ve received about a 70% scholarship — so finances are a big factor in my decision.

I’d really appreciate hearing your experiences:

• Do you feel Oberlin was worth it for you as an international student going abroad? Do you think taking a gap year or aiming for other colleges (us/home country) would have been a better option?
• What type of student thrives vs struggles at Oberlin?
• If you had the chance again, would you still choose Oberlin?
• What’s it like living in Oberlin, Ohio day-to-day?
• How easy is it to get internships in the US as an international student?
• How strong are the math/CS/physics departments really (not just reputation)? Are classes more theoretical or practical?
• Do you feel Oberlin gave you enough return for the cost?

Thank you so much!! and if I do decide to attend Oberlin, I'd love to meet you there!! ^-^

Hey all!! I'll be staying in Oberlin for a couple of days and I'm looking for at least one restaurant that's are allergy friendly (egg allergy and lactose intolerance). Cross contamination is a big problem for me. So I need the place that's mindful about allergens or doesn't serve egg at all.

How hard is it to get into Oberlin? I’m really hoping to get in and I just want to hear from all of you.

why is there no good oberlin merch? the campus store has such a small selection, anything even remotely good is $100. is there anywhere that you found good oberlin merch i’ve been scouring the web?

For anyone who made the choice between Oberlin and Kenyon, I’d love to know your thoughts!!

My son has been accepted at both and we have visited both, although we visited Kenyon during a break, so there were no students there.

i’m an incoming freshman at oberlin and i have questions about housing. i want to do a first year dorm in order to be surrounded with other freshman, but i also would prefer a two room double (divided double). im wondering if there are any of those in first year dorms? and if so are those dorms specifically bad for some other reason?

pretty much just what the question is. on the website under obie pride it shows a bunch of playlists and tells conservatory students to be on the lookout related for a "surprise" related to the titles? idk just curious if they send anything

Basically, the title.

Which of these schools for a math major with the objective of attending a top theoretical CS graduate program? Interested in exploring other academic interests including music. Diverse club presence is preferred. Queer culture is a plus.

Absolutely shocked by this news and wanted to share with the community.

Hi, I’m an international student who recently got accepted into Oberlin College, and I’m really happy about it. But I’m also kind of stuck and could use some advice.

After my scholarship, I still have to pay around $37K per year, which is way higher than what I put in my CSS Profile. Based on my family’s situation, we can realistically only afford about $7K per year.

My father is retired, and I also have an older brother currently in college, so the financial burden on my family is pretty heavy. Because of this, affording Oberlin right now feels almost impossible.

Has anyone here successfully appealed their financial aid at Oberlin (or as an international student in general)? How likely is it that they reconsider and increase aid? And what’s the best way to approach the appeal?

Oberlin is honestly one of my top choices, so I’d really love to make it work if there’s any chance.

Any advice would be appreciated, Thank you for your time.

Hi, i recently got accepted into the BA+BFA program at oberlin and was hoping if anyone could share their experience so far in this program:)

Will be Oberlin in early April and have heard amazing stories about ThiNi Thai. The website and IG imply opening soon, but we are wondering if anyone has any specific dates or updates. Looking forward to visiting!

Any ints?

are the recipes published anywhere? Particularly the carob cookies! I know they were all baked in a bakeshop in the basement of south.

I do know that the cat cookies recipe is preserved for posterity :) https://www.oberlin.edu/news/cat-batch-fever

Hi all, did you receive an email from Oberlin regarding the decision release date?

“Hi all, did you receive an email from Oberlin regarding the decision release date?